Transformational philanthropy : entrepreneurs and nonprofits
Lisa M. Dietlin.
Sudbury, Mass. : Jones and Bartlett Publishers, c2010.
Many entrepreneurs struggle to make wise decisions about their charitable contributions. They are determined to make their philanthropy meaningful, but are often unsure of how to go about delivering their gifts.
The African American entrepreneur : then and now
W. Sherman Rogers.
Santa Barbara, Calif. : Praeger, c2010.
An attorney shows how African-Americans have overcome the odds to become successful entrepreneurs--and how they can keep up the momentum.
Your idea, inc.
Sandy Abrams.
Avon, Mass. : Adams Media, c2010.
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The social entrepreneur revolution : doing good by making money, making money by doing good
Martin Clark.
London : Marshall Cavendish Business, 2009.
Change the world around you. Make some money.It's an appealing prospect for many people in this age of social conscience. For all the good that government, business, religious and other institutions do, there are many problems that fall between the cracks: health, environment, human rights, poverty, etc. and that's where social entrepreneurs come in. Social entrepreneurship has the potential to transform corporate practice and make a major contribution towards solving the world's ills and problems. This book describes how virtually anyone can become a social entrepreneur, whether you want to create change in your local community or the entire planet. There are already well-known role models-Jamie Oliver, Muhammad Yunus, Bill Gates-of who this book profiles. Such social entrepreneurs are already rewriting the recipe book, mixing social impact and profit. But as this book shows, you don't have to be a millionaire to make a difference.
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Entrepreneur - A person who takes the risk of organizing and operating a new business venture. |
The most important resource for entrepreneurial success is you. Identifying your strengths and weaknesses will help you succeed in becoming an entrepreneur:
- Have the courage to take the first step of starting a new business.
- Listen to your passion and connect it with your interests.
- Have faith to enter a new comfort zone.
- Have trust to expect financial success.
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What entrepreneurs say
sets their company apart
"The people and the value that we create for the customer."
"We accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves and our clients."
"I don't think our company is extraordinary. But, I hope we will be someday." |
Successful opportunities do not always require a major capital investment. In the 1930s, Josephine Esther Mentzer assisted her uncle by selling skin care balm. With an initial $100 investment, she quickly created her own products. Estee Lauder has since created a major cosmetic corporation with over $3 billion in sales after convincing department stores, rather than drug stores, to sell her products.
Entrepreneurs must:
- Discover the perfect business opportunity.
- Create a business plan.
- Finance business with venture capital or debt financing.
- Manage for growth.
Successful entrepeneurs are go-getters who understand the need to be independent, persistent, and decisive. They are willing to tackle projects and situations aggressively. Entrepreneurs with brilliant ideas and financial backing will be tomorrow's corporate leaders.
Article by: St. Louis Public Library staff
